Dottery Butler-Washington
District 3 Board Member
As a current member of the Charles County Board of Education, I am committed to serving the District 3 community and ensuring that every student receives the quality education they deserve. I firmly believe that our public education system is vital to the success and vibrancy of our community. Investing in our students today lays the foundation for a brighter future for Charles County.
During my time on the board, I have worked to revisit and strengthen our district’s vision, establish clear structures to support that vision, and remain fully accountable to the public. Advocating fiercely for our students at every opportunity is a priority, and I will continue to ensure their needs are always at the forefront of decision-making. I believe my experience and dedication make me the right candidate to further serve and represent District 3, always acting in the best interests of all students within our school district.
Dottery's Plan
- Stop school bullying and sexual misconduct.
- Comprehensive guns & drugs security measurement.
- Advocate for the mental health needs of all students.
- Close the student learning gap within our schools.
Dottery Butler-Washington
Today’s schools are navigating an unprecedented landscape of challenges, including concerns around safety, mental health, and access to resources. The rise in incidents related to gun violence and substance abuse underscores the urgent need for comprehensive and effective safety measures. At the same time, we must prioritize creating a supportive environment that addresses students’ emotional and psychological well-being.
It is essential that we approach these issues with a balanced perspective—implementing necessary security protocols while fostering a positive, inclusive, and nurturing school culture. Our goal must be to ensure that every student feels safe, valued, and equipped to succeed academically and personally.
As a school board member, I am committed to working collaboratively with educators, parents, and community partners to develop sustainable solutions that protect our students and promote their overall well-being.
Maryland Senate Bill 749
Altering the manner of election for certain members of the Charles County Board of Education by specifying that members be elected from certain county commissioner districts; providing for the ballot requirements for a certain election; requiring the State Board of Elections to declare the election of certain candidates; providing for the qualifications of the elected members of the county board; authorizing the student member of the county board to vote on all matters before the board, with certain exceptions; etc.
Butler-Washington joins Charles school board race By Darryl Kinsey Jr. dkinsey@somdnews.com Nov 4, 2021
A Pentagon program manager has become the second candidate in the inaugural race for a District 3 Charles school board seat.
Dottery Butler-Washington, 53, of Waldorf entered the 2022 board of education race on Sept. 8. Butler-Washington, who manages IT systems in the Pentagon and White House, decided to run for school board due to the role public education plays in strengthening the community.
“Investing in our students now means a vibrant future for Charles County,” she said. If elected, one of Butler-Washington’s main goals would be to redirect funds from the proposed Fresh Start Academy back into the school system for psychologists to help students with behavioral issue.
Read the whole article: Butler-Washington joins Charles school board race | Local News | somdnews.com
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